In The Essence of Shinto, revered Shinto master Motohisa Yamakage explains the core values of Shinto and explores both basic tenets and its more esoteric points in terms readily accessible to the modern Western reader. He shows how the long history of Shintoism is deeply woven into the fabric of Japanese spirituality and mythology--indeed, it is regarded as Japan's very spiritual roots--and discusses its role in modern Japan and the world. He also carefully analyzes the relationship of the spirit and the soul, which will provide informed and invaluable insight into

About the Author
MOTOHISA YAMAKAGE was born in 1925 and brought up in an old Shintoist family. At the age of eighteen he was initiated into the mysteries of Shinto, and in 1956 became the 79th Grand Master of Yamakage Shinto. Grand Master Yamakage has played a leading role in introducing Shinto to people around the world. Many of his essays, translated into German, French, and English, have been published in leading European magazines. In 2005, Motohisa Yamakage retired and was succeeded by his son, Hitoyoshi Yamakage.

Reviews
"Renowned Shinto master Motohisa Yamakage takes us to the core of Japan's most ancient religion." -Clear



"Outstanding introduction, ...thoughtful readers can hardly do better than this intelligent insider's guide. Highly recommended." -Library Journal



"...will function as an introduction to ideal Shinto practice..."-Choice



Book Information
ISBN 9781568364377
Author Motohisa Yamakage
Format Hardback
Page Count 232
Imprint Kodansha America, Inc
Publisher Kodansha America, Inc
Weight(grams) 397g